10 Reasons A Judge Will Change A Custody Order

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When you divorce or separate and have children, a custody order is e put in place. This specifies how physical custody is shared (which refers to where a child spends time). It also dictates who has legal custody (the right to make decisions for a child).

Custody agreements are designed to remain in place for the long-term to provide stability for children. But, there are some reasons a judge will change custody arrangements. In fact, here are 10 situations where a modification of an existing custody order may be appropriate.

10 Reasons a Judge Will Change Custody

There are many different reasons a judge will change custody. It’s best to talk with a family lawyer about whether your situation necessitates a modification.

That’s especially true if any of these 10 circumstances are similar to yours, as these are common reasons why custody might be altered.

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